Ireland's Oxbridge
Described by The Sunday Times as ‘Ireland’s Oxbridge’, the quality of teaching is recognised as being of the highest standard.
Our students are taught by academics passionate about the latest discoveries in their fields. Informed by exceptional teaching, all of our degree programmes come with a promise to produce world-class graduates.
THE RUSSELL GROUP
Queen’s is a member of the Russell Group, an independent body of 24 top-ranking, research-led UK universities.
This marks Queen’s as one of the most exceptional teaching universities in the country, alongside heavyweights such as Oxford, Cambridge, and Imperial College London.
Our teaching methods
We strive to enhance our students’ learning experience, and ensure all our students feel fully engaged. In lectures debate and discussion are actively encouraged.
Our teaching is informed by our research, which is of national and international standing. This means we constantly push the boundaries, introducing new ways of thinking into our teaching and assessment.
The latest technology
We use the latest technology to support learning throughout the University.
We have embraced the latest equipment and tools to deliver on our promise of value to students while maintaining traditional teaching models. You can access lectures over the Internet, or download them to your mobile or tablet. Our flexible teaching areas accommodate a wide range of teaching and learning styles.
Campus and Facilities
Queen’s historic campus is surrounding by a buzzing, diverse community, making it the ideal set-up for students from across the world. Complete University Guide
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Research that informs teaching
The Research Excellence Framework 2021
A UK-wide research assessment of higher education institutions, REF confirmed that 99 per cent of the University's research is world-class or internationally leading.
More about REF results
THE RUSSELL GROUP
Queen’s is a member of the Russell Group, an independent body of 24 top-ranking, research-led UK universities.
This marks Queen’s as one of the most exceptional teaching universities in the country, alongside heavyweights such as Oxford, Cambridge, and Imperial College London.
Top of the class
14 Queen’s subjects feature in the UK top 20, according to the Guardian University Guide 2024.
These include Dentistry (2nd in the UK) along with Social Work (4th in the UK).
The McClay Library
Designed for the 21st century
The award-winning McClay Library has been designed for the 21st century, encompassing striking open plan architecture with the very latest in educational technology. It gives students a quiet, private environment when they need but also the chance to learn and embrace a raft of skills in preparation for the workplace.
What it offersTeachers of calibre
Dr Joe Duffy
In 2014, Queen’s social work lecturer Dr Joe Duffy was named one of the UK’s most outstanding teachers.
Involved in pioneering innovative teaching methods with carers and service users, Dr Duffy was awarded a National Teaching Fellowship by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) – one of the most prestigious awards in UK higher education.
Postgraduate teaching and guidance
Professor Colin McCoy, School of Pharmacy
"My goal as a supervisor is to prepare students for a successful career, not just as subject experts with cutting edge knowledge of their field, but as independent, creative and adaptable thinkers."
Setting high standards
National Student Survey 2015
90 per cent of students awarded Queen’s a high satisfaction rating, meaning we are ranked 12th in the UK for student satisfaction.